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Icom COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVER IC-R3 User Manual

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BATTERY CHARGING

Regular charging

q

Attach the battery pack to the receiver.

w

Be sure to turn the receiver power OFF.

e

Connect the AC adapter (BC-136A/D*) or optional cable
(CP-18A/E) as shown below.

* Not supplied with some versions.

r

Remove any cables from the [DC 6V] jack.

• Charging periods: 15 hours (w/BP-206)

CP-18A/E fuse
replacement

Rapid charging with the BC-135

The optional BC-135 provides rapid charging of battery
packs.

• Charging periods: 2.5 hours (w/BP-206)

CAUTION: Shorten or remove the telescoping antenna be-
fore charging to prevent the receiver from overturning.

If the charge indicator flashes orange, there may be a
problem with the battery pack (or charger). Re-insert the
battery pack or contact your dealer.

Turn power OFF.

BC-135

Check the
orientation.

Shorten or remove
the antenna.

IC-R3 with
BP-206

BC-136A/D

CP-18A/E
(optional)

BE SURE to remove CP-18A/E
when charging is finished.

To
[DC 6V]

CP-18A/E

Fuse 5 A